Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Louisiana
A father died over 30 years ago, succession was never opened. The mother recently died. There is only one heir (daughter). Does succession have to be opened for both?
Asked on 11/29/11, 2:18 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Maguire
James G. Maguire, Attorney At Law
If they owned property together, both succession have to be opened, but that can be done in a single proceeding.
If no co-ownership then just mother's succession would have to be opened.
Answered on 11/29/11, 2:23 pm
Adam Lambert
The Law Office of Adam S. Lambert
There are a couple of extra steps to take to do both successions together in the same case, but it certainly can be done. First, get both of their death certificates. You can get his online at www.vitalchek.com. Then, just contact a lawyer who handles successions. They can take it from there.
Answered on 11/29/11, 7:31 pm
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